OT: Mattresses for people with back problems, Anyone out there? |
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OT: Mattresses for people with back problems, Anyone out there? |
Qarl |
Feb 24 2004, 09:48 PM
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I have chronic lower/mid back problems due to degenerative disc disease.
I also sleep on my stomach, which is bad for people with back problems, but I can't help it. I am looking for a king mattress that will be good for my back pain and will either... 1) allow me to sleep on my stomach and help with my back 2) make me comfortable enough to fall asleep on my back while giving me some support THere are a lot of choices out there... 1) Traditional mattress (firm, soft, or pillow top) 2) Swedish Tempur-pedic mattress 3) Craftmatic adjustable bed 4) Air matress (Select Comfort or Comforaire) 5) Latex mattresses Does anyone have any personal experience similar to mine that found a good solution. Cost really isn't an issue, so if I need to spend big $$$$ on a mattress, I will. Thanks! |
Elliot_Cannon |
Feb 24 2004, 11:43 PM
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Senior Member Group: Retired Members Posts: 1,922 Joined: 26-March 03 From: Orange County Ca Member No.: 480 Region Association: None |
Hi Karl,
I can relate to your problem. High School football and 5 years in a warehouse just about did me in. I got hurt in a warehouse job lifting heavy stuff. Had to be taken away in an ambulance. Scary time. I went to THE back Dr. in So. Cal. and told him to weld my back together, I couldn't take it anymore. After he calmed me down he subscribed excercises that have worked for me for the past 30 years. Essencially any exercise that strengthens your abdominals and back muscles is very good. Have you seen a Physical Therapist? I fly a 747 for a living and sometimes sit for 14 hours at a time. A pillow for the lower back works great. You need lower lumbar support when sitting. The exercises work! You have to keep at it religiously. There was a time when I would get a twinge in my back and I would be out for 3 days. Now the pain goes away in a matter of seconds. Most people I have talked with recomend a firm mattress which is what I use. Good luck and as usual be sure to consult a Dr. first. Cheers, Elliot |
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